Juggle Business Travel, Holiday Shopping and Sightseeing in Sacramento

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 10:10 AM

Traveling to or through Sacramento, California, for business and attending a conference, meeting or trade show over the next few weeks? Yet wondering when you will tackle that holiday shopping list -- and where to find unique gifts for friends and family?

The Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau is here to help you juggle business traveling, holiday shopping, and Sacramento sightseeing. While work briefly takes you away from family and friends, it doesn't mean you have forgotten these special people. Don't bring home another magnet or spoon!

Located west of downtown and along the Sacramento River,Old Sacramentobrings to life the history of the 1849 California Gold Rush. Stately brick and mortar buildings house more than 100 businesses -- hotels, shops, restaurants & bars, comedy clubs and theaters -- within this charming U.S. National Historic Landmark District. Don't miss the annual Theatre of Lights tradition or pedestrians in period costume who parade along the wooden boardwalks. (Ladies, mind the gaps or say, 'Adios!' to those stiletto heels.) From antiques and hand-crafted jewelry to old fashioned candies and fun educational toys, find your way around with this map.